The International youth festival of arts (IYFA) “Muzite” (in English “The Muses”) is a multi-genre festival and contest at different forms of arts: dance, music, theatre, fine arts, photography, film, magical and circus art, martial arts, etc. Children and young people aged 5 to 35 years, coming from school of arts, academies, studios and kids centers, are allowed to take part in the festival-contest. Teams/collectives and individual performers with representatives of over 35 years can participate in the non-competition program: the concert "Day of the country" and mix - concert at the closing session of the festival. The IYFA “Muzite” is organized by the Association “Muzite” and the Municipality of Sozopol.
The 12th edition of IYFA "Muses" will be held from 05th to 15th July 2017 in the town of Sozopol, Bulgaria, in two sessions:
- 1st Session from 05th to 10th July. In the first session will be held competitions in sections: "Dance arts", "Fiction Literature", " Non-standard art forms" and „Film”
- 2nd Session from 10th to 15th July. In the second session will be held competitions in sections: "Music Arts", "Fine, Applied and photo arts" and "Theatre".
Winners in each category of the contest receive the title "Laureate" of I, II or III award, a diploma, a medal, and prizes and gifts. There are special and money prizes for winners in various sections and special gifts from organizers and sponsors.
The highest award is “Grand prix" of the Festival-Contest, which is awarded for each category of art.